Truly: A Vegan Restaurant
Neighborhood: Hollywood

5907 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90068

Alice C. writes: Upon parking in the Tommy's parking lot, I realized that I busted another In-n-Out incident (if you don't know what I am talking about, please refer back to my In-n-Out review).  

I ordered via phone for pick up at this lovely Vegan restaurant.  I was…

Marouch Restaurant
Neighborhood: Hollywood

4905 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029

George T. writes: Sitting in a tiny strip mall at Santa Monica and Edgemont, possibly "ground zero" for Little Armenia, is one of the most respected & established Lebanese-Armenian restaurants in LA.  Generally regarded as having the best mezza or Middle Eastern…

Aero Theatre
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1328 Montana Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403

Ken N. writes: I'm stunned and more than slightly embarrassed to admit that I've never been to the Aero before.  In Seattle, there were a half-dozen art houses I used to go to, in SF, there were three or four, but since moving to LA, what with kids, the advent of…

Wally's Wines & Spirits
Neighborhood: West Los Angeles

2107 Westwood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

.Ronnie. M. writes: Sending flowers is so 2004.

Did you piss your mom off? Sleep with your bf's cousin? Scratch your man's new Lexus? Kill your sister's cat? Just feel like being a good gf and surprising the boy?

Hit up Wally's. They do same day delivery for $51. Sounds…

Burgundy Room
Neighborhood: Hollywood

1621 N Cahuenga Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Dave S. writes: It's pitch black aside from the pale burgundy glow.. when walking in it's practically impossible to see your hand in front of your face. After your eyes adjust it's easy to see why they keep the lights down so low! I kid, I kid, but this place is a…

Village Pizzeria
Neighborhood: Mid Wilshire

131 N Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004

judy w. writes: In order for awesome softball players to KICK @SS, it is a requirement that they be fed before a big game to stay energized out on the diamond.

Well, I dunno about them, but I found myself at Village Pizzeria stuffing my face with a big ole slice of…

Parkway Grill
Neighborhood: Pasadena

510 S Arroyo Pkwy
Pasadena, CA 91105

J J. writes: Ever look at a dessert menu, couldn't decide what you wanted because it all looked so freaking good so you just say to your waiter, "give me one of everything on the menu"

Yeah, I did that today. It was awesome. And the desserts were awesome too.

All…

The Raymond Restaurant

1250 S Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105

ericka L. writes: Thank you, my fellow Yelpers, for steering me towards one of the nicest brunches I've had in a long while! Ben and I went here on Saturday for some post-holiday catching up and hanging out.

Parking wasn't intuitive and didn't seem great, but we parked…

KXLU 88.9 FM
Neighborhood: Westchester / LAX

1 LMU Drive
Malone 402
Los Angeles, CA 90045

lee g. writes: KXLU would rule the universe if they could get a bigger transmitter.  I'd listen to it all day if there wasn't that annoying warbling sound when the music stops and the DJs talk.  Maybe it's just my receiver.  Okay, the warbling's not that bad, and…

Literati 2

12081 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Julie G. writes: Churros.
Last week I went out to dinner with two friends from my old work, including the lovely Kirstie G.. We had gone to Nook a few weeks before, so I suggested LIterati because I'd always wanted to try the little restaurant attached to the cafe I…

In-N-Out Burger
Neighborhood: Tarzana

19920 Ventura Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Lisa H. writes: I didn't know what it was about this particular location that created two massive lines of burger driven fanatics just chompin' on the bit for a mound of ground round.

You might not know this about me but I don't do well in lines.  I've avoided this…

Nova Express Cafe
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

426 N Fairfax Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

William S. writes: This was my favorite late night spot to eat at.  

They were open till 4 a.m., and it was a cool and sexy spot to take a date, if you just wanted to chill in the after hours. The decor of the inside always seemed to change, but one thing that remained…

La bohème
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8400 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Trisha L. writes: I was very unimpressed with La Boheme. Wait--that's not true. I was impressed with how they made such tawdry decor actually seem romantic. Other than that, I was unimpressed.

My sesame crusted tofu steak had a nice toasted sesame flavor, but it was…

Real Food Daily
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

514 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Darin I. writes: I'm 5'5", weigh 117lbs -- okay, 120lbs if I'm retaining water -- and in San Francisco I have a variety of nicknames endearing and insulting, all of which allude to my lithe dimensions: Pocket Gaysian, Bony Bitch, and I Hate That Fucking Skinny…

Din Tai Fung Dumpling House

1108 S Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007

Ed to the M. writes: I find it funny and mildly entertaining that to a lot of people, the way I live my life is offensive to them.  I choose to live in an urban environment where I am independent of car, I don't own a TV, I rarely listen to the radio, I make conscious…

Dresden Room Restaurant
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1760 N Vermont Ave
The Bar Is Open Til 2am
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Amy S. writes: So it was the fifth anniversary of one of my best friends' twenty-first, and we were set to celebrate in style. Where to take her and our posse and our list of twenty-one items for her to accomplish (example item: spin around twice ANY TIME someone…

Griddle Cafe
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Hollywood

7916 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90046

chico f. writes: Griddle Cafe's 250th Review...nice !

Seeing that french press in full effect, got me all percolating, which in turn got my pal to ask me what you know about percolating ?

Came here with Diddy after a long lazy afternoon and had a super late breakfast…

Wing Hop Fung Ginseng Inc
Neighborhood: Chinatown

727 N Broadway Ste 102
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Mike L. writes: This shopping mart almost gouched my eyes out when I saw the cost of some of the herbs.

$200 per pound? Wowser!

What the heck going on? There were alot of herbs going from $100 to that $200 per pound. So if a kid pocketed a ginseng herb, this punk…

Ruth's Chris Steak House
Neighborhood: Woodland Hills

6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Tom C. writes: Yesterday was my birthday and we celebrated by having supper at Ruth's Chris. I love a great steak and have dined at practically every other high-end steakhouse (including the 3 M's: Mastro's, Morton's and Monty's... as well as plenty of others) but…

Breadbar
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

8718 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Irene S. writes: 3.5.  I'd give Breadbar 4 stars if it weren't for the utterly ditzy, self-absorbed waitress.  

The "bar" itself is cool, and the tempting display of carbs is just unfair.  I can't win.  Either stand in line to get your selections to go, or seat…

Melisse Restaurant
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1104 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Kaz S. writes: I had investigated every detail of French restaurant, Sona, and read every review until a business dinner suddenly changed to take place at Melisse instead.  I panicked and glanced at the Melisse yelp reviews on my phone while driving and see few…

Warszawa
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1414 Lincoln Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Cheryl B. writes: Warszawa is a great place.. to drink.  We came here for dinner once and it was a pretty bland event (yes, I know Polish food isn't known for it's crazy flavor but even on Polish standards it was pretty basic).  

Okay, I have guilt for writing that.…

Wasteland
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1338 4th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Kit S. writes: I don't know if it was the Justin Timberlake blasting from the speakers or the $97 tee I picked up*, but Wasteland was kind of a disappointment.

So I don't exactly have a degree in designerology, but I did watch two seasons of Project Runway, so I…

Santa Monica Pier

100 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA 90401

heather g. writes: Crowded with tons of crap to buy, interesting street artists, seafood on paper plates and a terrible Mexican restaurant overlooking the ocean..... Ferris Wheel, carousel, arcade games..... Great place to watch the sunset. I like it in the evening on…

Hidden Treasures

154 S Topanga Canyon Blvd
Topanga, CA 90290

JayChan H. writes: If you see a faded sign by the side of the road that says
15 miles to the... Love Shack! Love Shack yeah
I'm headin' down the Topanga Cyn highway,
lookin' for the love getaway
Heading for the love getaway, love getaway,
I got me a car, it's as big as a…

Redondo Beach Pier
Neighborhood: Torrance

Torrance Blvd. at the Ocean
West of the Pacific Coast Highway
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

James K. writes: This Yelp review thing can be a double edge sword.  Let's face it, while commenting on our food experiences is a positive thing, it's much easier to criticize than it is to create.  Creating takes risk, something not all of us are cut out to take.…

La Abeja Restaurant
Neighborhood: Cypress Park

3700 N Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90065

paul b. writes: went there for breakfast this morning. if you want a good cheap mexican breakfast this is the place for you. i need to try more on the menu first before i give it 4 stars.  right now penny's (figueroa and york
http://www.yelp.com/bi...) has much…

City of West Hollywood
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

7377 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

Shauna D. writes: I have so many stories of WeHo.  

Admittedly, most of them cannot actually be told in print (or type).  

But here's one.  

The first time I became aware of West Hollywood was during college.  And no, it wasn't when every young man or woman visits during…

Drawing Room
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1800 Hillhurst Ave
CASH ONLY
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Ed C. writes: I love Los Feliz. It's got watering holes for every type of drinker.

There's Vinoteca for the oenophiles.
There's Mexico City for yuppies.
There's Ye Rustic Inn for the sports fan.
There's The Good Luck Bar for new locals.
There's The Tiki-Ti for old…

Hide Sushi Japanese Restaurant

2040 Sawtelle Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Kaz S. writes: Lately, I've been accused of being like the annoying pop ups on pop -up videos on VH-1. (they around still?)  Too much trivia.  
Can't help but insert my "in the good ol' days...."  Or  "When I was young..."  or " In 1989....." )

Well, this place has…

Take Sushi Restaurant & Japanese Cuisine
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8866 W Sunset Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

J J. writes: I had Masa all to myself the night if Prom. He looked smoking hot that night and I was the envy of all of the ladies at the ball.

When we walked into the Take, our pre-prom dinner locale (and Masa opened the door for me, eat your heart out Skraggle…

Jitlada Thai Restaurant
Neighborhood: Hollywood

5233 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027

j u m a. writes: This review is for Amy K.  My friend went south for fishing because the waters on Talk got really turbulent. For a while there, I made the decision not to attend any UYEs because I wanted to avoid seeing yelpers I bumped heads with on threads.  But I…

Home Restaurant
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1760 Hillhurst Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Audrey T. writes: LA, for all your obnoxious traffic, bizzarro architecture, and occasionally stifling heat, I can't quite hate, despite my norcal origins, because you, my southern friend, have a plethora of perfect weather for outdoor seating at restaurants and bars.…

Saddle Peak Lodge

419 Cold Canyon Rd
Calabasas, CA 91302

Alan S. writes: This is a wonderful place for a special evening or if you want to surprise that special someone.  The food and service are 5 star and expect to pay for 5 star service.  reservations are a must!

Bombay Cafe

12021 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064

Susan C. writes: I am by no means a connoisseur of Indian food.  In fact, up until now I've never even LIKED Indian food.  Except naan.  But everyone likes naan.  Anyway, this says one of two things:  either Bombay Cafe has really kickass Indian food OR, Bombay cafe…

Itacho Japanese Restaurant
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

7311 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90036

reg t. writes: Ita Cho continues to satisfy (my fourth visit) with its homey but elegant Japanese fare.

If you crave a diversion from sushi joints and appreciate subtle flavoring (how can you enjoy Japanese food otherwise?), try these dishes.

The crab claws in…

Spago
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

176 N Canon Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Diana H. writes: Here's a key sign that you've got a severe case of chronic yelpitis: 50% of your dining conversation at one of the top Los Angeles restaurants is about what is and isn't going into your yelp review.  Crazy looking fork and fish knife?  "That's going…

The Little Door
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

8164 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90048

yuki t. writes: A bit surprise with all the wonderful setting and different rooms in this place ~ and i love it

the food is so good here even the bread is delicious

the lamb is perfectly made, too bad that i was too full and didn't get a chance to eat some cheesecake…

Axe
Neighborhood: Venice

1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291

Noreena M. writes: Met a good colleague here for lunch today, to powwow on:  (his) issues with the Santa Monica setbacks & f.a.r. requirements & (my) detailing issues with a few furniture pieces I'm designing for a client.  A few pieces of napkins widely spread about…

King Taco Restaurant Inc No 21
Neighborhood: Pasadena

45 N Arroyo Pkwy
Pasadena, CA 91103

michelle b. writes: This place is really delicious, but not as good as the one at pico